1983 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1997 Honda Civic
To start off, 1997 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Honda Civic. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Civic weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Fiat Ritmo.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Civic. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Ritmo | 1997 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Ritmo | Civic |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
